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Dr. Richard M. Green is a Professor of Mathematics at the University of Colorado Boulder, where he has been teaching since at least 2001. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Warwick (1995) and specializes in algebraic combinatorics and representation theory. His teaching portfolio includes undergraduate courses like Calculus 3 and Number Theory, as well as graduate courses in Algebra and Ring Theory.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Mathematics, University of Warwick, 1995
Dr. Green's research focuses on the intersection of algebra and combinatorics, with particular emphasis on Coxeter groups, Hecke algebras, and diagram algebras. His work explores the combinatorial structures underlying representation theory, including Kazhdan-Lusztig theory, heaps of pieces, and minuscule representations. He has made significant contributions to understanding the structure of cellular algebras and their connections to Lie theory. His 2013 book "Combinatorics of Minuscule Representations" (Cambridge University Press) is a major reference in the field.
Analysis of Dr. Green's recent publications reveals a continued focus on Coxeter groups and their generalizations, with increasing attention to 2-roots, orthogonal structures, and connections to Weyl groups. His work demonstrates a consistent thread connecting combinatorial structures with representation-theoretic phenomena, particularly in the context of Kazhdan-Lusztig theory and cellular algebras. The research shows progression from foundational work on Temperley-Lieb algebras to more sophisticated analyses of Coxeter group structures and their applications.
Dr. Green has authored numerous scholarly publications and his book "Combinatorics of Minuscule Representations," which has established him as a leading researcher in algebraic combinatorics. His Erdős number is 3, indicating significant connections to the broader mathematical community.
As an educator, Dr. Green has supervised numerous undergraduate and graduate students through coursework and independent studies. His teaching spans the mathematics curriculum from introductory calculus to advanced graduate algebra. He has taught a wide range of courses including MATH 2400 (Calculus 3), MATH 3110 (Number Theory), MATH 3170 (Combinatorics 1), and graduate courses MATH 6130/6140 (Algebra 1/2) and MATH 6250 (Theory of Rings). His teaching philosophy emphasizes clear exposition of complex mathematical concepts.
Dr. Green maintains active research collaborations and contributes to the academic community through publications and participation in the Rocky Mountain Algebraic Combinatorics Seminar. His work continues to influence both theoretical developments in algebraic combinatorics and pedagogical approaches to advanced mathematics.
